There are many types of dental professionals, and it is vital to select the type of care provider best aligned with your specific needs. Endodontists provide focused care that revolves around treating deep tooth pain, and, specifically, working to treat issues such as infections and other problems that are internal to a tooth. When, and why, should you seek care from one of these professionals? Let’s take a look at five good reasons to do so.
1. Endodontists Invest in a More Specialized Dental Education
Did you know that only three percent of all dentists qualify as endodontists? That’s true according to the American Association of Endodontists, and it all has to do with the extra training dentists must undertake to earn this designation. When you see an endodontist, you can trust that your case is in more experienced hands with a specialized understanding of the specific issues you face. A dentist without endodontic education and experience may not always be able to identify the fundamental causes of your problems and pain.
2. Root Canals Can Seem Scary for Patients
There is so much collective anxiety around the idea of “having a root canal” that there are metaphors and idioms about them in our vocabulary. However, when you see an endodontist, this “scary” procedure can seem much more routine and expected. Modern techniques and local anesthesia minimize patient discomfort, while clear communication from your endodontist can de-mystify the process and make it clearer how you may benefit from the root canal procedure. Seeing a specialist places your care in good hands.
3. Endodontists Have Experience with Challenging Cases
Endodontists specialize in “saving” teeth from advanced decay and severe infection. Although there are many similarities, everyone’s mouth is ultimately different — and that means diverse circumstances for treatment. When you choose the right endodontist, think of it as bringing in the “heavy hitters” to tackle your problem. When other dentists cannot find the root cause of your pain or when you have a tooth that will soon need extraction if left untreated, an endodontist may be able to provide more treatment options.
4. Take Advantage of the Latest Improvements in Dental Tech
Endodontists are more likely to have and understand the most advanced technology available to public dental practitioners today. This technology includes such tools as 3D scanning and modeling technology and tiny high-powered microscopes to better examine your teeth to determine treatment pathways. While technology is no substitute for endodontic technique, both work together to complete one another. As a result, patients can learn more about their care while their providers develop the ideal solutions for a particular case.
5. Endodontists Help You Find Options for Pain Relief
“Deep” dental pain can be a source of anxiety for patients, especially when it persists after other dental treatments. You may worry about the cause or if the problem will ever go away. Often, this type of pain is a sign of a more serious underlying issue or infection that your regular dentist may have missed. By seeing an endodontist instead, you can unlock the full arsenal of options for achieving relief and returning to your everyday life.
Find Help with The Endo House Today
At The Endo House, we understand the stress and anxiety you may feel when experiencing dental pain, or when you’ve been told you may need to have a root canal. With a compassionate and highly experienced endodontist on staff and modern, well-equipped facilities, we’re the ideal place to come for putting your worries to rest.
Contact us today to learn more about visiting us for your treatment.
A Testimonial from an Huntington Beach Resident
My upper back tooth was hurting me and I dreaded the root canal procedure that followed. I was lucky to have it done by Dr. Nour, an endodontist, who was great at it. He was gentle and efficient and listened to my concerns. He used advanced technological tools to make the procedure precise and seamless. Definitely was my best dental experience ever.
